Kelly Weyerman

Columbia Shuswap Regional District (CSRD) is currently updating its Liquid Waste Management Plan (LWMP) 

The CSRD is considering a septic system rebate program to encourage property owners to maintain the health of their septic systems. Throughout the spring of 2023, the CSRD is seeking input from property owners within LWMP service areas to understand the level of support for the rebate program.  Property owners are invited to complete the online survey at

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Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems and Water Wells Impacted by Wildfires

Every year, wildfires have the potential to impact properties throughout Western Canada. As residents return to their property after a wildfire, they may have questions regarding their onsite wastewater treatment systems (OWTS) and water wells. This article provides general guidance for these items. Onsite wastewater treatment systems Since most components of an OWTS are underground, there is

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Computer Training

Ready to take your computer knowledge to the next level? PowerConcepts is Western Canada’s premier software training company. Frank Byl started the company in the basement of his Kelowna home in 1998. The business kept going and growing, and has even delivered workshops at several WCOWMA-BC Convention & Trade Shows.  For a limited time, PowerConcepts is offering

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New Website Launched

You may not have noticed it yet, but we have (finally) launched our new website. Similar to the old website, each provincial site can be accessed either through the main WCOWMA site or directly through the provincial URL. The site has a clean modern look, is more user friendly and has allowed us to better

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Training

WCOWMA-BC provides excellent training opportunities for those working in the onsite wastewater industry, whether already engaged in the industry or planning to enter it. The Onsite Wastewater Practitioner Training Program provides a solid base for those wishing to work as Planners and/or Installers.

This program is recognized in the Western Provinces through the New West Partnership (formerly TILMA) and federally through the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA).

Additional field and classroom training sessions are available for continuing education purposes. For information on upcoming training opportunities, contact the WCOWMA-BC office.